sxsw 2016

DAY 1 Recap: TuneCore Austin Takeover 2016

If you were following us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook during the week of SXSW, or reading the blog leading up to it all, you already know we did it big this year. Five events. More than forty artists. One venue. We couldn’t be happier with how our TuneCore Austin Takeover went. Over the course of […]

DAY 3 Recap: TuneCore Austin Takeover 2016

During the final day of TuneCore’s 2016 Austin Takeover, we handed the reigns over to our friends at Swisher Sweets. While Swisher’s promotional squad, the Sweeties were at every event this week giving out free samples to very grateful patrons, Saturday, March 19th was truly a Swisher Sweet Takeover at the Vulcan Gas Company. And […]

Interview: Jacob Latimore – On SXSW Debut, Branding & More

For a 19-year old, Jacob Latimore has been some places and seen some things! He began performing and acting at a young age, eventually landing a leading role in Black Nativity, a supporting role in Ride Along, and various television series spots. His 2014 pop single “Heartbreak Heard Around the World” brought Jacob into the homes of […]

Interview: Trevor Wesley – On R&B, Chivalry and Style

Maybe it’s something about growing up in constantly amazing weather, but South California-raised Trevor Wesley can show just about anyone a good time with his music. A modern R&B/pop crooner, Wesley has produced, written with and performed alongside artists like Ne-Yo, Wale, 98 Degrees, and Joe Jonas. Trevor has wowed the TuneCore Live goers of […]

SXSW Austin Local Picks: Tacos, Record Stores, Margaritas & More

When you get to SXSW, it’s pretty much a guarantee that you’ll be overstimulated and inundated with suggestions for all the awesome stuff to enjoy while in Austin. And why shouldn’t you be? Austin is an amazing town bursting with great food, cool music, and of course, places to wet your whistle. Austin local and […]

Interview: Yuck – New Album, SXSW, & More

London’s Yuck is a 7-year young garage rock outfit that immediately brought to mind the riffs, fuzzy hooks and vocals of bands like Dinosaur Jr. and early 90’s Weezer when they dropped their self-titled debut album in 2011. After critical praise for the release, the band rode on an exciting wave of buzz only have their founding member Daniel Blumberg in […]

SXSW 2016: Revisiting First Timers' Experiences

Last year on the TuneCore Blog, we reached out to our community of independent artists to find out who was making their first trip to SXSW 2015. We asked what their expectations were and how they planned to make the most of their debut pilgrimage to Austin. Since we all know it’s easier said than […]

TuneCore Austin Takeover: Friday Day TuneCore Showcase 3/18

For Day Two of our TuneCore Live Austin Takeover, we’ve lined up an afternoon party that’s heavy on rock with notes of electronic pop, art rock, and singer/songwriter goodness. Like all of our Austin Takeover events, this show’s completely free, no badge or wristband required, and of course, features an open bar. Will you be joining us? […]

TuneCore & Swisher Sweets Austin Takeover: Saturday Day 3/19

After an epic Friday night, our pals at Swisher Sweets are presenting a whole day of artists curated by the folks behind the amazing Swisher Sweets Artist Project. Hip hop, R&B, and pop – the Vulcan Gas Co. is going to be packed for this afternoon of music. As with all of TuneCore’s Austin Takeover events, all of this is completely free, […]

TuneCore Austin Takeover: Indie Artist Forum Day Party 3/17

On Thursday, March 17th, we’ll be kicking off the first event of our Austin Takeover with WorldArts at the Vulcan Gas Company! We’re excited as ever to launch what should be an amazing three-day and night stretch of shows. These events are completely free, no badge or wristband required, and of course, feature an open bar. The […]